Bioperine – Black Pepper Extract

Pepper is the most commonly used spice in the world. Its addition boosts the taste and aroma value of dishes, increases their nutritional value and durability. In our cuisine we use mainly black, white, green and red pepper. Black pepper is obtained from immature fruits of the Piper nigrum L. plant, which during shrinking gets smaller and wrinkles while gaining black-brown color. White pepper, on the other hand, is obtained from ripe fruits from which the outer part of the pericarp has been removed. On the other hand, green pepper is an unripe pepper grain. Red pepper is a ripe fruit of Piper nigrum L. Red fruits included in the mixtures called rainbow pepper are the Brazilian pepper.

Piperine, an alkaloid which occurs in the largest quantities in the outer layer of the grain, is responsible for the characteristic, spicy taste of pepper. Bioperine is a black pepper or long pepper extract which contains not less than 95% of piperine. Studies have shown that bioperine has many beneficial properties, including improvement in body efficiency, increase in immunity, stimulation of metabolism and increase in the absorption of nutrients. Importantly, the studies have shown that bioperine is completely safe for our body and can be taken without fear of side effects.

 

Improvement of body efficiency

Black pepper extract has a very positive effect on the physical and mental performance of the body. It increases resistance to pain stimuli, accelerates the elimination of lactic acid from the muscles (thanks to this, no muscle sores are formed). It increases indirectly the synthesis of muscle structural protein. Piperine also increases concentration and deepens psychological readiness for a big physical effort.

 

Cure for a common cold

Are you feeling under the weather? Try black pepper. Tests have shown that piperine found in pepper has lots of health properties; it is antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic. Drinking a few tablespoons of pepper broth reduces fever. You just need to add 1 to 2 teaspoons of sugar and pepper to 500 ml of water, bring the mixture to a boil and cook until half the volume is reduced.

 

Boost in metabolism

Bioperine is thermogenic, which means that it improves the thermogenesis process and thus accelerates the digestion and absorption of nutrients in the gastrointestinal tract. In addition, it increases the secretion of gastric juice and other digestive juices. Thanks to these properties, the use of black pepper extract can accelerate the process of burning fat tissue while inhibiting catabolism of proteins. What’s more, bioperine may also stimulate protein synthesis and protect muscle protein from consumption for energy purposes. Bioperine also increases blood supply to tissues and diuresis.

 

Increase in bioavailability of dietary supplements

You probably know that the dietary supplements we consume are not fully used by the body. Researchers have found a solution to this problem. It has been shown that bioperine can significantly improve the bioavailability of many preparations. It can affect the mechanisms by which the body controls the availability of nutrients for cells. Thanks to this, it significantly improves the absorption of vitamins and minerals, such as selenium, B vitamins, beta-carotene and coenzyme Q10.

 

Other uses in medicine

Piperine helps relieve pain, has an antiepileptic effect and reduces the risk of stomach ulcers. In addition, it has been shown to have anti-diarrhea and immunostimulatory effects. It can also lower thyroid hormone levels to a similar extent as some medicines used to treat hyperthyroidism. Higher doses may in turn lower serum glucose.

 

Cosmetology

Black pepper extract increases penetration of deeper layers of the skin with valuable active ingredients. What is important, it does not cause skin irritation or redness. Bioperine is also used in the treatment of vitiligo because it stimulates the development of melanocytes.

 

Dosage

It is recommended to take 5 to 10 mg of bioperine 1-2 times a day for 3 months with a 1-2 month break.

 

As you can see, bioperine has many beneficial properties. If you are an active athlete, I encourage you to try products containing piperine. You will certainly notice very quickly the benefits of using it.

 

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